Ball State University is accepting proposals for a commission by the Ball State Symphony Band for a concert featuring composers who are female. One composer will be commissioned to compose a new work for the Ball State University Symphony Band. Commission proposals are being accepted through August 30, 2018. The selected composer will receive a $4,750 commissioning fee to create a work for the Ball State Symphony Band and $1,000 travel stipend to attend the dress rehearsal and premier performance in Fall 2019. The selected composer will be notified of the commission by September 30, 2018 and will have until June 30, 2019 to deliver score and parts of the commissioned work to Ball State. The selected composer is expected to consult with the conductor and the Symphony Band during the rehearsal process via written comments and video conference sessions.